Senior Payroll Specialist — Hybrid/Telework Eligible

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Norwich (MA); On-site; USD 83 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority in Chelsea, MA seeks a Deputy Payroll Manager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for MWRA employees. You will advise on payroll issues and tax matters, and support maintenance of payroll records and regulatory reports.

The role requires leadership of payroll activities, troubleshooting, and coordination with accounts payable. Telework may be possible after an initial waiting period; the team operates in an office environment in Chelsea, MA.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree in accounting, business or a related field.
• At least five years related experience, with a minimum of two years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Any equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Position may be eligible for some telework after initial waiting period.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the weekly payroll processing for approximately 1200 employees.
• Ensures compliance with MWRA policies, procedures and union contracts; reflects current federal and state tax requirements.
• Reviews time sheets and payroll changes; oversees related payroll changes.
• Maintains payroll system transaction logs and software changes.
• Reconciles and distributes payroll reports and manages deductions.

Skills

Payroll regulations

MS Word

Excel

Access

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Four-year degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Payroll software

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority in Chelsea, MA seeks a Deputy Payroll Manager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for MWRA employees. You will advise on payroll issues and tax matters, and support maintenance of payroll records and regulatory reports.

The role requires leadership of payroll activities, troubleshooting, and coordination with accounts payable. Telework may be possible after an initial waiting period; the team operates in an office environment in Chelsea, MA.